gender neutral
Noble
aristocratic, high-minded
About Noble
Virtue names carry special significance, and this one embodies aspirational qualities directly. Noble makes an unambiguous statement about values and character. The name suggests integrity, honor, and dignity—qualities every parent hopes to instill. One powerful word becomes an identity and a daily reminder of ideals worth pursuing. Noble works as both adjective and name, creating layers of meaning. The single syllable provides strength and simplicity, memorable and distinctive. Parents choosing Noble often value character over convention, seeking names that inspire rather than simply identify. The name photographs with striking simplicity and sounds authoritative when spoken. Noble pairs effectively with various middle names, particularly those offering softer sounds for balance. The name carries no cultural barriers, understood universally in English-speaking contexts. Children named Noble often feel a positive association with their name's meaning, even if they occasionally face questions. The name suits various personalities and interests, never pigeonholing future possibilities. Noble remains rare enough to ensure uniqueness while being immediately recognizable. For families who see names as declarations of hope and intention, Noble offers powerful clarity.
Popularity of the Name Noble
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1880 | #882 |
| 1881 | #321 |
| 1882 | #433 |
| 1883 | #475 |
| 1884 | #443 |
| 1885 | #454 |
| 1886 | #631 |
| 1887 | #448 |
| 1888 | #519 |
| 1889 | #367 |
| 1890 | #400 |
| 1891 | #406 |
| 1892 | #346 |
| 1893 | #497 |
| 1894 | #335 |
| 1895 | #355 |
| 1896 | #404 |
| 1897 | #449 |
| 1898 | #331 |
| 1899 | #343 |
| 1900 | #372 |
| 1901 | #312 |
| 1902 | #452 |
| 1903 | #358 |
| 1904 | #476 |
| 1905 | #398 |
| 1906 | #374 |
| 1907 | #505 |
| 1908 | #362 |
| 1909 | #458 |
| 1910 | #403 |
| 1911 | #439 |
| 1912 | #468 |
| 1913 | #446 |
| 1914 | #443 |
| 1915 | #464 |
| 1916 | #445 |
| 1917 | #472 |
| 1918 | #433 |
| 1919 | #427 |
| 1920 | #428 |
| 1921 | #488 |
| 1922 | #501 |
| 1923 | #508 |
| 1924 | #537 |
| 1925 | #474 |
| 1926 | #490 |
| 1927 | #505 |
| 1928 | #544 |
| 1929 | #596 |
| 1930 | #567 |
| 1931 | #603 |
| 1932 | #630 |
| 1933 | #604 |
| 1934 | #648 |
| 1935 | #635 |
| 1936 | #621 |
| 1937 | #648 |
| 1938 | #666 |
| 1939 | #713 |
| 1940 | #684 |
| 1941 | #794 |
| 1942 | #671 |
| 1943 | #719 |
| 1944 | #705 |
| 1945 | #788 |
| 1946 | #790 |
| 1947 | #827 |
| 1948 | #763 |
| 1949 | #840 |
| 1950 | #832 |
| 1951 | #939 |
| 1952 | #959 |
| 1953 | #887 |
| 1954 | #971 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Noble
- Nobles
- Nobilis
- Noboru
Names Similar to Noble
Nicknames for Noble
- Nob
- Nobby
Famous People Named Noble
| Noble Sissle | American jazz composer and lyricist |
| Noble Willingham | American actor |
| Noble Johnson | American actor and film producer |
| Noble Egbele | Nigerian footballer |
| Noble Threewitt | American Hall of Fame horse trainer |
| Noble Parker | American inventor and entrepreneur |
| Noble Snow | American politician |
| Noble Prentis | American businessman and philanthropist |
| Noble Luke | Australian cricketer |
| Noble J. Wiley | American lawyer and politician |
| Noble Jones | English-American colonial leader |
| Noble Chissell | American journalist and author |
| Noble Kale | Fijian rugby union player |
| Noble Wimberly Jones | American revolutionary leader |
| Noble Lee Lester | American professional wrestler |
| Noble Red Man | Native American actor and activist |
| Noble Biddlecomb | American naval officer |
| Noble W. Burton | American politician and lawyer |
| Noble Love | American singer and songwriter |
| Noble W. DeHart | American painter |
Characters Named Noble
| Noble Hawkins | from the novel "Noble Destiny" by Katie MacAlister |
| Noble Faddis | from the film "Noble" - 2014 |
| Noble Heart Horse | from the "Care Bears" franchise |
| Noble Mouser | from the "Dungeons & Dragons" role-playing game |
| Noble Templar | from the video game "StarCraft II - Wings of Liberty" |
| Noble Ellington | from the novel "Noble Intentions" by Katie MacAlister |
| Noble Thorne | from the TV series "Bordertown" - 1989 |
| Noble Oakleaf | from the animated series "Silverwing" |
| Noble Jupiter | from the novel "The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen" by Alan Moore |
| Noble Rogers | from the film "Noble Things" - 2008 |
| Noble Water | from the novel "Blood of Noble Men" by Scott William Carter |
| Noble Dancer | from the novel "Noble Cause" by Jessica James |
| Noble Barrett | from the TV series "The West Wing" |
| Noble Anderson | from the film "Noble" - 2015 |
| Noble Blade | from the video game "League of Legends" |
| Noble Grace | from the novel "Once Upon a Ghost" by Day Leitao |
| Noble Gold | from the TV series "Power Rangers Dino Thunder" |
| Noble Clifton | from the film "The Noble Experiment" - 1926 |
| Noble Moon | from the film "The Trouble with Miss Switch" - 1980 |
| Noble Dragon | from the animated series "Dragon Tales" |